🇺🇸 American Flag Crochet Keychain – Free Pattern! 🎆🧶

Looking for a quick and meaningful project to show off your patriotic spirit? This American Flag Keychain is the perfect Independence Day crochet pattern — it’s simple, beginner-friendly, and works up in no time! Whether you attach it to your keys, gift it to a friend, or add it to your market stall, this little flag will carry a big message.

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Let’s get started on this cute red, white, and blue handmade keychain! ❤️🤍💙


📏 Sizing Guide

  • Finished Size: About 2 x 3 inches, not including the keyring
  • Easily adjustable: Add or reduce rows/stripes for your desired size

🧶 Materials Needed

✔ Worsted weight yarn in:
  🔹 Red
  🔹 White
  🔹 Blue
3.5mm or 4mm crochet hook
Tapestry needle & scissors
Keychain ring or lobster clasp
✔ Optional: Stiffener spray or fabric glue for structure

🧵 Stitches & Abbreviations (US Terms)

  • ch – Chain
  • sc – Single Crochet
  • sl st – Slip Stitch
  • st(s) – Stitch(es)

📚 How to Crochet These Stitches

🔹 Single Crochet (sc): Insert hook, yarn over, pull up loop, yarn over again and pull through both loops.
🔹 Slip Stitch (sl st): Insert hook, yarn over, pull through both loop and stitch.

👉 Need a refresher? Check out my Stitch Library or visit the tutorials page for beginner-friendly videos!

🇺🇸 American Flag Keychain Pattern

We’ll work in rows, changing colors as we go.

🔹 Flag Body (Starting with Red):

Row 1: Ch 13, sc in 2nd ch from hook and across. (12 sts)
Row 2-3: Ch 1, turn. Sc across. (Red stripes)
Row 4-5: Switch to white. Ch 1, turn. Sc across.
Row 6-7: Switch to red. Ch 1, turn. Sc across.
Row 8-9: Switch to white. Ch 1, turn. Sc across.
Row 10-11: Switch to red. Ch 1, turn. Sc across.
Row 12-13: Switch to white. Ch 1, turn. Sc across.

✅ You now have 7 stripes, ending in white.


🔷 Blue Field (Top left corner of flag):

Attach blue yarn to the top left corner of Row 1.

Rows 1–4 of Blue:

  • Ch 1, sc in first 5 sts.
  • Turn, ch 1, sc across 5 sts.
  • Repeat for 4 rows total.
  • Fasten off and weave in ends.

✨ You can optionally embroider tiny white French knots or stars using white thread or yarn.


🔗 Assembly – Add Keyring

  1. With red or white yarn, ch 4–6 and attach the chain to the top right corner of the flag.
  2. Slip the keyring or clasp into the chain loop.
  3. Fasten securely and weave in all ends.

Optional: Spray lightly with stiffener or fabric glue and let dry to give it shape.


🎁 Great For:

✔ Independence Day gifts
✔ Parade party favors
✔ Handmade shop items
✔ Classroom & event giveaways
✔ 🇺🇸 Patriotic crafts all year round

🎨 Customization Ideas

💙 Make a bigger version as a patch or mini hanging!
🎆 Use metallic thread or beads to decorate the flag.
📎 Turn it into a bag charm or zipper pull.
💬 Add a printed tag like: “Proud to be handmade in the USA!”

🧼 Care Instructions

✔ Spot clean with damp cloth
✔ Do not machine wash or tumble dry
✔ Keep away from heavy moisture

❓ FAQs

Q: I don’t have keyrings – can I still make it?
A: Yes! You can turn this into a patch, magnet, or sew it onto a bandana or tote bag.

Q: Can I sell these?
A: Of course! Handmade flag keychains are popular at summer markets. Just credit the pattern if sharing online. 🇺🇸


💬 Final Thoughts

This American Flag Crochet Keychain is a quick win project for beginners and a meaningful way to celebrate freedom, creativity, and community. Whether you’re stitching for yourself or gifting with pride, this little flag speaks volumes.

🎇 Tag @CozyYarnVibes and share your keychain with the world using #cozyyarnvibes! I’d love to see your creations.

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